Yuma, Arizona Weather History

Arizona, United States  •  45 yrs data 📍 32.8121°N, 114.3961°W
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Quick Climate Facts

(1981 – 2025)
Hottest Month
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Jul
Avg 93.5°F
Min 70.2°F
Max 116.8°F
Coldest Month
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Jan
Avg 55.6°F
Min 33.1°F
Max 78.2°F
Wettest Month
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Aug
17 mm
Driest Month
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Jun
1 mm
Most Humid
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Jan
44%
Least Humid
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Jun
24%
Highest Ever
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124.1°F
Jul 1995
Lowest Ever
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21.8°F
Dec 1990
Monthly Climate Data
Month 🌤️ High Low Avg Humid % Rain (mm) Wind (m/s) Solar (kWh/m²)

Showing average climate conditions across 45 years (1981–2025)

🌍 Weather in Yuma Across Seasons

❄️ Winter in Yuma

January is Yuma's coldest month, with average lows reaching 33.1°F.
🌡️ December to February (avg)  ·  34°F79.9°F

🧥 Light layers are sufficient — this Mild Winter stays cool without prolonged hard freezes.

☀️ Summer in Yuma

Summer temperatures in Yuma peak in July, climbing to 116.8°F.
🌡️ June to August (avg)  ·  67.1°F115.3°F

🌤️ Limit midday outdoor exposure and stay hydrated — this is an intense Hot Summer.

🌧️ Rainiest Period in Yuma

Yuma sees its highest rainfall in August, receiving approximately 17 mm of precipitation.
🌧️ August to January (avg)  ·  up to 17 mm

☔ Rainfall is spread across the year with no sharply defined wet season.

📅 Monthly Averages

🌡️ Temperature Patterns

Monthly averages · 1981–2025 climate normals · °F

🌡️ Yuma Monthly Temperature Guide

Jul is the hottest month in Yuma, with average highs reaching 116.8°F, while Jan is the coldest with lows dropping to 33.1°F.

Temperatures rise steadily from spring, peak in Jul, and gradually decline through fall into winter.

These seasonal patterns offer comfortable conditions year-round, with warm summers and mild winters.

🌧️ Rainfall Distribution

Monthly rainfall · 1981–2025 seasonal trends · mm/month

💨 Humidity & Wind Speed

Monthly averages · 1981–2025

💧 Rainfall & Humidity in Yuma

Yuma receives its highest rainfall in Aug, while humidity peaks during winter months.
🌧️ Wettest: Aug — 17 mm ☀️ Driest: Jun — 1 mm

💧 Humidity peaks at 44% in Jan · annual avg 35%

🌍 Climate Summary

Avg Annual Temp:74.3°F
Avg Annual Rainfall:112 mm
Avg Humidity:35%
Data Period:1981 – 2025

Yuma Climate Overview

Yuma has a warm subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters.

Temperatures peak in Jul and drop to their lowest in Jan, while rainfall is highest during summer months.

Humidity remains relatively low throughout the year, especially during winter months, creating warm and dry conditions.

📈 Yearly Trends

The warmest year in Yuma's recorded history was 2025 (avg: 77.4°F), while the coldest year was 1991 (avg: 71.4°F), based on annual average temperatures.

📊 Key Climate Trends

🌡️ Annual Temperature Trend

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Average annual high/low · Last 10 years · °F

Yuma's temperatures has remained relatively stable over the past decade. The highest recorded temperature reached 124.1°F in Jul 1995, while the lowest dropped to 21.8°F in Dec 1990.

🌧️ Annual Precipitation

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Total annual precipitation · Last 10 years · mm/year

Annual rainfall in Yuma shows noticeable variation. Rainfall varies year-to-year without a clear long-term trend.
📋 Yearly Climate Data Overview

🔥 hottest  ·  ❄️ coldest  ·  🌧️ wettest

Year Min Temp Avg Temp Max Temp Rainfall (mm) Avg Humidity Avg Wind

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hottest month in Yuma?
Based on 45 years of data (1981–2025), Jul is typically the hottest month in Yuma, Arizona, with average high temperatures around 116.8°F.
What is the coldest month in Yuma?
Jan is the coldest month in Yuma, with average low temperatures around 33.1°F.
What is the rainiest month in Yuma?
Aug receives the most rainfall with approximately 17 mm, while Jun is the driest with 1 mm.
What was the highest temperature ever recorded in Yuma?
The highest recorded temperature was 124.1°F in Jul 1995. This is part of the historical record spanning 1981–2025.
What was the lowest temperature ever recorded in Yuma?
The lowest recorded temperature was 21.8°F in Dec 1990.
How many years of data does this page cover?
This page covers 45 years of climate data from 1981 to 2025. As new data is added to the database the page automatically reflects the updated coverage.
How much sunlight does Yuma get?
Yuma receives the most sunlight in Jun with an average solar radiation of 8.35 kWh/m²/day. This solar radiation data, sourced from NASA POWER, is useful for solar energy planning, agriculture, and understanding seasonal sunshine availability in Arizona.
Where does this weather data come from?
All climate data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite and model data. It provides monthly averages for temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind speed, and solar radiation.

📚 Data Source

All weather data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources), a NASA project providing solar and meteorological data for renewable energy, building efficiency, and agricultural research.

Parameters included:
  • Temperature (Min, Max)
  • Precipitation
  • Relative Humidity
  • Wind Speed
  • Solar Radiation
Data specifications:
  • Resolution: Monthly
  • Spatial: 0.5° × 0.625°
  • Source: MERRA-2
  • Coverage: 1981–2025
  • Years: 45